In October hubby and I got a used 2011 Laredo 266RL fifth wheel. Needless to say, most days I feel a little overwhelmed trying to learn about things I took for granted pre-trailer living...
While our RV is supposed to be 4 seasons, I'm learning that doesn't add up to much compared to a home. It's single-paned windows and between R27 - R30 insulation. We are losing a lot of heat and it's drafty.
1. Yesterday I got the bright idea to put bubble wrap on all my windows except where the screens are. Closed my dark blinds and have put towels at the bottom to limit draft. Is this a good thing to do?
2. We are getting a lot of draft from our door. Yesterday got a thermal/reflective cover for the door and will be getting weather stripping to better seal the opening between the door and RV. Also have a blanket covering the door to try to limit draft coming in.
3. Condensation. While I know it's not that accurate, I downloaded an app on my phone to see what my humidity levels are at. They are ranging from 48 - 60% which I know is too high.
I have started using my fan over the stove when cooking and/or opening the vent in main living area when cooking. I have 3 non-electric dehumidifiers that I have put in the problem areas which are my bedroom closet, bedroom cupboard and a cupboard in my main living area. I now leave my closet doors and other doors open to allow air flow.
I do have the vent in my bedroom cracked to let moisture out as the bedroom seems to have the most humidity. My concern however is that living in Langley BC the weather outside is most of the time raining, damp and now this time of year falling before freezing at night. Should I still be leaving the bedroom vent cracked or closing it due to outside humidity?
I do have 2 oil space heaters and have the furnace set to 68-70. The space heater in my bedroom I keep at a lower setting as it's warmer in there anyways and the one in the main area.
I have checked the slides and there doesn't appear to be any leaks or openings that are causing drafts other than the very top of the main area slide there is some coldness so I have put a blanket along the inside of slide where it meets the wall. The slide walls and floor are cold due to outside temperature. We are looking into skirting the RV to help with this.
On a good note, I think I've finally got the hang of the black and grey tanks and rarely pop my breakers.
At the moment we have not had an income for 3 months so limited on what I can spend to fix some of these issues.
Any insights or tips welcome!